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Kick TV continues World Cup coverage

KICKTV presents the Ultimate Group G Preview "The Group of Death." Episode 2

Ecuadorian tragedy

Many of the teams at this summer's World Cup will pin their hopes to their respective star strikers, soccer's offensive aggressors who are charged with scoring goals and keeping opponents on their heels. But Ecuador — tasked with navigating a group that includes France, Switzerland and Honduras — will be without its own star striker when the World Cup kicks off on June 12 in Brazil. Read more here.

Ring of Fire

PAOK's Toumba Stadium had so many flares were lit before a Greek Cup game against Olympiakos it looked the field was surrounded by a ring of fire. We know you are excited about the upcoming regional and national championships but please keep your flares at home. Best of luck in State Cup.

Richest American soccer owners

With the announcement from Arthur Blank as the newest owner of an MLS expansion team Soccer America takes a look at the wealthiest American soccer owners. Read more here.

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